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Ever Heard of the Gut-Skin Axis?

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The gut-skin axis explains the direct connection between gut health and skin health. This happens through:

1️⃣ Gut Microbiome

Changes in the gut microbiome have been linked to many skin conditions, including acne, eczema, rosacea, and psoriasis.

2️⃣ Food Sensitivities

Gluten and other food sensitivities have been linked to eczema and other skin rashes because of their effect on gut inflammation and immune function.

3️⃣ Inflammation

When inflammation occurs in the gut, it can lead to increased intestinal permeability (leaky gut) and trigger inflammation elsewhere in the body, including the skin.

The usual way of addressing skin issues is through external topical applications, but to address the root cause…

We like to look at the gut.

Want a holistic approach to healing your skin from the inside out?

Schedule an appointment today and let's get started!

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Reference

De Pessemier B, Grine L, Debaere M, Maes A, Paetzold B, Callewaert C. Gut-Skin Axis: Current Knowledge of the Interrelationship between Microbial Dysbiosis and Skin Conditions. Microorganisms. 2021;9(2):353. Published 2021 Feb 11. [link]